From many sources of information, we often hear new words, sometimes incomprehensible and completely unusual for hearing. Every day the lexicon of modern man is increasing. New meanings and definitions appear. It is an inevitable process of development and progress.
Besides the new ones, there are also words familiar to everyone, but the meanings of which are worth understanding. For example, the word "initiate" (this is a verb that means a call to action).
In order to use it correctly, it is necessary to thoroughly study in which cases the use is appropriate.
Initiating is…
The history of the appearance of the named word in Russian speech goes back to the time of the reign of Peter I. Its synonym in our language is the word "begin". The verb also has a derivative noun - "initiator". It defines the person who first prompted others to act or made a proposal to change something.
The word initiate is the literal word for the Latin initium ("begin"). His guide to our lexicon wasGerman.
So, this word can be understood like this:
- start;
- encourage;
- be the first;
- take;
- generate.
When the word is used
The most accurate definition can be given by considering the use of the word in sentences and phrases.
Often we hear the expression "initiate a process". It means "to initiate some action". For example, negotiations or major changes.
In sentences, "initiate" is the word that often carries the most meaning.
Examples:
- The coach initiates the competition with the favorite team.
- The UN initiated consideration of the issue of peace in the Middle East.
- The teacher at the meeting initiated a joint trip of the senior classes on an excursion from St. Petersburg.
- This is a great opportunity to make changes and initiate your proposals. All conditions were created for the implementation of the annual plan.
